How much does tree removal cost in Wilkes-Barre, PA?
$300-$700 under 20 ft; $600-$1,400 at 20-40 ft; $1,000-$2,800+ at 40+ ft; stump grinding $100-$275. EAB pricing varies by size and access.
Dave removes dead ash, structure-leaning hazards, storm damage, house-adjacent overgrown trees, and unwanted trees across Wilkes-Barre and Luzerne County. His five years of Wyoming Valley removal work include EAB ash removal, which drove most county tree work during the past decade. Large removals near structures should begin with ice-storm hazard assessment.
Call (570) 261-8118 or use the homepage contact form with the property address, timing, photos, and access notes.

Dead ash removal - EAB-killed ash is extremely brittle, breaks down faster than other common species, and requires careful rigging and staging. Hazard removal - major cracks, included bark at branch unions, and crown dieback suggesting root failure. Dave assesses failure risk before quoting. Storm removal - hanging or fallen major limbs, split trunks, and
partially standing uprooted trees. Dave provides emergency response for active hazards. Standard removal - oversized, house-adjacent, or unwanted trees. Stump grinding is available as an add-on or standalone service.
EAB has killed virtually all ash trees in northeastern Pennsylvania. Dead ash may look sound after internal failure begins; an outwardly solid tree can contain rotten inner wood. It needs different rigging and staging because dead wood may not hold under cutting stress like live wood. Dave treats each removal as compromised-wood
work.
Bundling multiple trees in one visit is more cost-effective than separate jobs. Free estimates - call (570) 261-8118. Small tree removal under 20 ft: $300-$700 Medium tree removal 20-40 ft: $600-$1,400 Large tree removal 40+ ft: $1,000-$2,800+ EAB ash removal: priced by size and access - call for
assessment Stump grinding: $100-$275 per stump
These five answers cover the questions homeowners most often ask about Tree Removal in Wilkes-Barre, PA in Wilkes-Barre, PA, including scope, timing, site conditions, estimate details, and what to share when calling. They help homeowners prepare for a direct estimate conversation without replacing a property-specific review.
$300-$700 under 20 ft; $600-$1,400 at 20-40 ft; $1,000-$2,800+ at 40+ ft; stump grinding $100-$275. EAB pricing varies by size and access.
No. An EAB-infested trunk can look sound yet rot inside within two to three years. Dead ash near a structure, vehicle, or play area is an emergency.
Dave uses more directional rigging, smaller cut sections, and watches wood behavior during each cut because EAB ash may not hold like live wood.
Yes. Active hazards receive urgent response. Call (570) 261-8118 rather than using the form for emergencies.
It is an add-on or standalone service. Ash stumps may resprout for a season unless ground below the crown; Dave discusses this at every ash-stump estimate.
Call directly or use the form with the property address, the specific tree service need, photos when available, and any timing or access notes. Those details help confirm service fit, identify likely site constraints, and make the first estimate conversation more useful before anyone schedules work.